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J173 RBD

1992 Volkswagen Caravelle

Grey Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

223,620 mi
Last recorded223,620 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Caravelle153,096 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ173 RBD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 223,620 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2024 223,263 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2023 222,738 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2022 222,114 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2021 221,482 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Centre row ()

Pass 10 Oct 2020 220,639 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 219,846 miles

Nearside Rear Inner sill has corrosion

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner wheel arch has corrosion

Pass 26 Sep 2018 218,758 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2018 218,749 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 216,843 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion inner wing (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 9 Sep 2017 216,840 miles

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion inner wing (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 11 Aug 2016 213,185 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 206,797 miles

Nearside Rear Foot brake low effort

Pass 1 Sep 2014 194,649 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 179,071 miles

Both rear tyres are low on tread.

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 179,071 miles

Both rear tyres are low on tread.

Pass 9 Aug 2012 165,118 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 165,118 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 153,299 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 27 Aug 2010 139,463 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear shockabsorbers are in poor condition

Fail 27 Aug 2010 139,463 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear shockabsorbers are in poor condition

Pass 25 Aug 2009 125,730 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 116,490 miles

All tyres are low on tread and near the legal limit

Exhaust is weak and leaking around front mounting and centre silencer

Pass 16 Aug 2007 108,600 miles

both rear tyres worn on outer edge

slight play o/s track rod

Pass 29 Aug 2006 102,467 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2005 95,364 miles

Both front anitroll bar outer bushes are worn.

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caravelle?

Based on 422,168 MOT tests across 24,962 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
5,286
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
24,962
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 8,177
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 6,845
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,266
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,996
position lamp(s) not working 4,827
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J173 RBD is a 1992 Volkswagen Caravelle in Grey with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 1992 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 153,096 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Caravelle fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 8,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J173 RBD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caravelle typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 34 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J173 RBD registered?

J173 RBD is a 1992 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 5 June 1992.

Is J173 RBD safe to buy?

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